Berry Mocktail
Here’s an easy non-alcoholic summer drink that everyone can partake in! My berry smash summer mocktail is just the thing you need to cool down on a hot day. Whether out by the pool for a family barbecue or working hard out in the yard, try this refreshing berry mocktail before summer ends!
Servings: 2 Servings
Calories: 101kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 medium limes + zest
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- Pinch of salt
- 6 fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- sparkling water (or club soda)
- 1 lime thinly sliced into rounds
- ice
Instructions
- Zest lime into a large liquid measuring cup (or a bowl with a pouring spout).
- Squeeze in lime juice and add blueberries, salt, and four mint leaves. Use a muddle to mash the blueberries completely.
- Pour maple syrup into mixture and stir until well combined.
- Prepare glasses by adding ice, remaining mint leaves, and thin lime slices to each cup.
- Pour berry mixture over top, then fill glass with sparkling water and stir.
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Notes
Nutrition For Mental Health
Blueberries are rich in antioxidants — including quercetin and anthocyanins. They are also an excellent source of vitamin K and manganese. In addition, blueberries are a good source of copper, as well as vitamins C, A, E, and B6. An animal study found that vitamin K intake is associated with improved anxiety and depression. Storage Tips
Due to the fresh ingredients, it’s best to drink this berry smash mocktail when it’s fresh. However, you can prep everything ahead of guest arrival by following the first three steps of my recipe for the berry mixture. Put it in a pitcher and then simply serve by following the last two steps. Anything remaining after your party can be put in the fridge and should be finished within 2 days maximum.
Blueberries are rich in antioxidants — including quercetin and anthocyanins. They are also an excellent source of vitamin K and manganese. In addition, blueberries are a good source of copper, as well as vitamins C, A, E, and B6. An animal study found that vitamin K intake is associated with improved anxiety and depression. Storage Tips
Due to the fresh ingredients, it’s best to drink this berry smash mocktail when it’s fresh. However, you can prep everything ahead of guest arrival by following the first three steps of my recipe for the berry mixture. Put it in a pitcher and then simply serve by following the last two steps. Anything remaining after your party can be put in the fridge and should be finished within 2 days maximum.
Nutrition
Calories: 101kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 199mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 218IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1mg
